Importing food into Vietnam plays a crucial role in satisfying the country’s growing demand for diverse and high-quality food products. As Vietnam’s population grows and urbanisation increases, the local agricultural sector is sometimes unable to meet the needs of consumers and this is creating broad opportunities to import foods into Vietnam for foreign food producers.

How to Open a Gym in Vietnam 2025: Culture, Regulations & Costs

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Opening a gym in Vietnam for foreign firms or individuals, however, is not always easy. Not only are there several technical and licensing requirements that need to be met, but Vietnam has also developed its own very distinct gym culture. This can take a little getting used to and may make penetrating Vietnam’s gym-going consumer class challenging. With this in mind, understanding the nuances of Vietnamese gym culture and the complexities of business establishment procedures in advance of entering the market can therefore be crucial to the success of a new gym in Vietnam. This runs through the key details.

Vietnam’s pepper exports drop 11.7 percent in November

the-shiv January 2, 2025

The United States remained the largest importer, contributing US$39.55 million in November, a modest 2.92 percent increase from October, bringing its year-to-date total to US$377.50 million.

How to Make Video Games in Vietnam 2025: Outsourcing, Studio Setup & More

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Making video games in Vietnam for foreign firms and brands is not always easy. From finding the right human resources to finding the right location to ensuring a firm’s intellectual property is protected, there are a myriad of considerations that need to be made. This article lays out the key details foreign game makers might need to know.

How to Import Footwear Materials to Vietnam 2025: Sources, Shipping, Customs & More

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Vietnam footwear materials manufacturers count themselves as part of one of the biggest footwear materials manufacturing industries in the world. Trailing only India and China, this relatively small country exported footwear materials to the tune of US$19.94 billion in 2023, made for some of the most well-known footwear materials brands. This is inline with one of the world’s largest footwear manufacturing industries in the world…

How to Manufacture Shoes in Vietnam 2025: Finding Suppliers & Other Key Considerations

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Low-cost labour, a long history of footwear and apparel, and a broad drive among shoemakers and brands to diversify their supply chains has seen shoe manufacturing become a major industry in Vietnam. Getting shoes made in Vietnam for foreign firms and brands, however, is not always easy. From finding the right supplier to ensuring the right materials are used, and ensuring intellectual property protection, there are a myriad of considerations that need to be made.

How to Import Clothing Materials to Vietnam: Sources, Shipping, Customs & More

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Importing clothing materials into Vietnam for foreign firms can be tricky. Not only are there a number of technical and legal requirements that need to be met, but a myriad of free trade agreements has made navigating tariffs and trade restrictions complex…

Vietnam’s footwear manufacturing sector achieves remarkable growth in November

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Year-on-year, footwear manufacturing achieved impressive growth of 18.47 percent in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Over the first 11 months of 2024, the sector recorded cumulative growth of 12.58 percent compared to the same timeframe last year, showcasing its vital role in Vietnam’s export economy.

How to Import Coffee to Vietnam 2025: Procedures & Regulations

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Importing coffee into Vietnam for foreign firms can be tricky. Not only are there a number of technical and legal requirements that need to be met, but a myriad of free trade agreements has made navigating tariffs and trade restrictions complex. Understanding the nuances of importing coffee into Vietnam, including how to find a distributor, establish a trading company, and customs procedures before attempting to access Vietnam’s 100 million-strong consumer market can make the difference between a foreign firm’s success or failure…

Vietnam’s cashew nut exports experience slight drop in November

the-shiv January 2, 2025

China topped the list of importers with US$95.43 million in November, a significant 27.32 percent increase compared to the previous month. The United States followed closely with US$93.14 million, although this represented an 8.96 percent decrease.

How to Open a Cafe in Vietnam 2025: Costs, Procedures & More

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Thinking about opening a cafe or coffee shop in Vietnam? This guide will run your through the finer nuances of establishing cafe in Vietnam.

How to Open a Bar in Vietnam 2025: Culture, Licenses & Regulations

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Opening a bar in Vietnam for foreign firms or individuals can be tricky. Not only are there a number of technical and licensing requirements that need to be met, but Vietnam has also developed its own very distinct drinking culture which can make penetrating Vietnam’s booming consumer class challenging. This article runs through key details foreign investors should be aware of.

How to Start a Business in Vietnam 2025: Culture, Procedures, Regulations & More

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Starting a business in Vietnam can be tricky. There can be a lot of red tape and requirements and working with certain authorities, to be frank, can be challenging. That said, firms and entrepreneurs can ease the stress and tension that comes with starting a business in Vietnam by understanding the process and its nuances ahead of time. This article explains what foreign investors need to know when considering starting a business in Vietnam.

Vietnam’s motor vehicle manufacturing sector soars in November

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Year-on-year, the industry recorded a remarkable 36.17 percent growth in November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. Over the first 11 months of 2024, cumulative growth reached 18.33 percent, cementing motor vehicle manufacturing as a key driver of Vietnam’s industrial growth.

How to Brew Beer in Vietnam 2025: Regulations, Ingredients & Key Players

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Vietnam, known for its vibrant beer culture, offers a unique environment for brewing beer. With its rapidly expanding market and growing appreciation for craft and premium brews, the country has become a prime location for both large-scale breweries and small craft beer enthusiasts to thrive. Understanding the nuances of brewing beer in Vietnam, however, including the country’s unique business environment and business practices can be key to ensuring a high-quality product is produced in a timely and effective way.

Vietnam Airlines is expecting a record profit despite huge accumulated losses

the-shiv January 2, 2025

The head of Vietnam Airlines told a conference the airline is expecting a pre-tax profit of VND 7,300 billion or about US$286.4 million. Whereas at face value this looks to be good news for the airline, the reality is that its situation is much more complex…

Vietnam central banks raises credit growth limit/target for 2025 to 16 percent

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Of note, whereas Vietnam in the first instance introduced credit growth limits to stymie out of control inflation, it has since reorientated credit growth policy to facilitate economic growth. This is seeing private debt rise rapidly along with bad debts as banks push lending on to consumers rather than due to growing demand.

Vietnam casino to stop admitting locals from 2025 at pilot program’s end

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Of note, this has not been covered by the local press though it’s not immediately clear why and coverage in the international press is limited.

Vietnam housing supply in 2024 just 7 percent of pre-pandemic levels

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Vietnam’s housing supply reached just seven percent of its pre pandemic levels in 2024, according to report from the Vietnam Association of Realtors…

How to Open a Hotel in Vietnam 2025: Culture, Regulations & Visas

the-shiv January 2, 2025

Opening a hotel or resort in Vietnam for foreign firms or individuals, however, is not always easy. Not only are there several technical and licensing requirements that need to be met, but Vietnam also has its own unique travel culture. This guide runs through the ins and outs of opening a hotel in Vietnam.

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